CHI Zavion Thomas
NFL player. Position: WR. Team: CHI.
Quick Facts
- Position: WR
- Team: CHI (Chicago Bears)
- Draft: 2026, 3rd round, LSU
2026 Outlook
Thomas was selected in the 3rd round despite recording fewer than 500 receiving yards in any single season at LSU, with teams viewing him primarily as a special-teams contributor (3 career return TDs). However, his 4.28 NFL Combine speed is making an immediate impression at OTAs. At practices, Thomas has worked with the first-team offense and hauled in a 50-yard deep pass from Caleb Williams, beating Bears cornerback Tyrique Stevenson down the left sideline. His take-the-top-off speed pairs well with the Bears' desire for vertical threat capability. Thomas has potential to develop into a deep-ball specialist if the opportunity arises, though his role as a rookie may be limited given his college production (per Five Sleeper NFL Draft Rookies Already Making Veterans Nervous at OTAs).
Role / Depth Chart
Competing for receiver reps. Early returns suggest vertical threat potential.
Injury Status
Appears healthy at OTAs.
Recent News
- 2026-05-27 — Most Important Chicago Bears Position Battles to Watch as OTAs Begin (Most Important Chicago Bears Position Battles to Watch as OTAs Begin)
- 2026-04-07 — Predicting where every WR prospect lands in the NFL Draft as teams reload at receiver (Predicting where every WR prospect lands in the NFL Draft as teams reload at receiver)
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- 2026-04-25 — 2026 NFL Draft Grades and Team Recap (2026 NFL Draft Grades and Team Recap)
- 2026-04-26 — 2026 NFL draft grades for 32 teams: Winners, losers, steals (2026 NFL draft grades for 32 teams: Winners, losers, steals)
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- 2026-06-09 — Tyrique Stevenson vs. Malik Muhammad: Bears' CB battle one to watch (Tyrique Stevenson vs. Malik Muhammad: Bears' CB battle one to watch)
- 2026-04-24 — 2026 NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1, 2 and 3 (2026 NFL draft: Fantasy football analysis of Rounds 1, 2 and 3)
- 2026-05-07 — Biggest roster holes for all 32 NFL teams following the draft (Biggest roster holes for all 32 NFL teams following the draft)